Your child vaccinated is the best way to protect against certain diseases and their complications. A single vaccination is compulsory by law, vaccination against polio. Other (diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis ...) are strongly recommended. The vaccination schedule begins at an early age: Your child will then receive their first vaccination at the age of 2 months. The doctor will advise you the following schedule during each visit.
The book gives you the child vignettes that give free access to vaccination. All vaccines recommended by the French Community may be obtained free of charge from the vaccinator of your choice in exchange for these vignettes.
One exception: the vaccine against rotavirus, which can be purchased in pharmacies provided you have a prescription. This vaccine is largely reimbursed by your insurance.
Compulsory vaccinations to attend a community of children under three years are those against polio, diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, meningitis (haemophilus influenzae b), measles, rubella, mumps.
Vaccines against pneumococcal, meningococcal C and hepatitis B are highly recommended.